Enjoy a quick look around the AUC campus and student residences
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Amsterdam University College
Study liberal arts and sciences in a global city
Do you want to have a positive impact on the world? Whether your passion is climate change, public health, culture, AI or another global issue, at AUC you can start making your vision a reality. Each year we welcome 300 highly motivated students to live and learn at our vibrant campus in Amsterdam East. Will you be one of them?
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Book a campus tour and information session
Curious about Amsterdam University College, but can't attend an Open Day? You can visit AUC for a campus tour and information session hosted by a student ambassador or alumnus! On-campus tours are held on Tuesdays ...Book a tour -
Talk to a student
Do you have questions about applying, living in the dorms, how you choose your courses or life on campus? Ask an AUC Student Ambassador and chat about their experience!Send a message
Interdisciplinary
3 majors & over 20 fields of study
AUC offers majors in Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. Across these majors, there are various fields of study to encourage students to examine issues using an interdisciplinary and critical approach.
Residential
Guaranteed on-campus housing
All AUC students live together in the student residences for the entire three years of their studies at Science Park in Amsterdam Oost (East).
Small scale
Maximum of 25 students per class
Limiting class sizes allows for engaged classroom discussions and debates, and encourages interactive learning with a personal touch.
International community
More than 65 nationalities
Students come to AUC from around the world to live and learn together while creating friendships that last a lifetime.
News and events
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AUC students investigate Holland Land Company Archives in History Lab
In January, a group of 15 AUC students led by VU lecturer Dr. Edwina Hagen undertook a four-week exploration of the Holland Land Company Archives at the Amsterdam City Archives as part of the course History Lab.More information -
Information event for applicants with an offer (Regular deadline applicants)
17 Apr 2024Regular deadline applicants who received an offer of admission to AUC are invited to attend an online information event to learn about the details of their offer & what steps they need to take to accept their offer.Read more -
AUC Model United Nations (AUCMUN) Conference 2024
19 - 21 Apr 2024Amsterdam University College will be the host venue for delegates from all over the world when the Amsterdam University College Model United Nations (AUCMUN) Conference takes place from 19-21 April 2024.Read more
Watch: AUC in 90 seconds and digital campus tour
Watch our short animated video for a brief introduction to Amsterdam University College, including an overview of the curriculum, student population, the location, what subjects students study and the type of degree earned.
Watch a short animated video for an introduction to AUC
Amsterdam University College: Tour of Academic Building & Student Residences
View a tour of the Academic Building & Student Residences
Admissions, housing & tuition
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Admissions requirements
Admissions requirements that will be taken into consideration during the application process include your secondary school diploma, level of English and maths, and your motivation.Admissions requirements -
On-campus housing
All students at AUC are guaranteed on-campus housing for the three years of their programme. A mix of single, studio-style rooms and shared apartments, explore how students live and what the dorms look like.View the student residences -
Tuition and fees
Read more about the tuition, fees and costs associated with studying at AUC along with an overview of estimated living expenses based on prior students' experiences of living in Amsterdam.Overview of costs -
AUC Scholarship Fund
The AUC Scholarship Fund (ASF) supports diversity by offering full and partial scholarships to talented low-income and/or minority students. Applications are open to both Dutch and international students.Find out if you qualify
Academic programme
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Academic programme
What does a liberal arts and sciences student actually study? Learn more about our curriculum structure, what your options are for majors and the various courses you can follow.Explore the academic programme -
Majors
Students choose to major in either the Sciences, Social Sciences or Humanities by combining courses from a variety of fields of knowledge in their subject.Learn more about the majors -
Academic Core
AUC's Academic Core ensures that you develop strong academic skills in a number of essential areas, including logic, languages, writing and critical thinking throughout the three years of your studies.Discover the Academic Core -
Curriculum structure
Download the sample curriculum to visually understand how the AUC academic programme is structured over the three years of study. The PDF also contains an overview of all courses offered per major.Download the explanation (PDF)
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Visit us
Throughout the year, there are multiple opportunities to visit Amsterdam University College and speak to representatives or students. This includes tours of the academic building and a variety of Open Day activities.Visit us -
Contact us
Do you have a specific question that isn't answered on the website? Feel free to contact us directly by using the contact form or sending us an email.Contact us -
Late applications for September 2024
Amsterdam University College is accepting late applications for September 2024 from students from the EU/EEA looking to major in the Sciences or Humanities. The late application form is open until 1 May.Apply now